St. Agatha

St. Agatha is a church building in Dorsten that displays a notable design with a prominent central tower on the west side and two smaller towers flanking it. The architect Otto Bongartz created the layout with clean proportions and clear vertical lines throughout the structure.

The original church dating to the 13th century was completely destroyed by bombing in 1945. The building standing today was constructed in 1952 and replaced what had been lost during wartime.

Inside the church, visitors see a late Romanesque baptismal font from the 13th century decorated with ornamental carvings and symbolic motifs. This ancient piece is one of the most valued furnishings and shows the care people took in creating such essential religious objects.

The church is open for visitors who wish to examine the architecture and interior features. Access is generally free, and visitors can explore the space while regular services take place at set times.

The tower contains five bells, including three baroque bells cast in 1732 that together form the only fully intact baroque bell collection in the entire Westphalia region. This ensemble is a rare survivor and demonstrates what was preserved from the original structure.

Location: Dorsten

GPS coordinates: 51.66060,6.96567

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:24